SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers from Episodes 1-3 of “ Bel-Air ,” now streaming on Peacock.

For the past three years, Jabari Banks has played Will in Peacock’s reboot of the beloved ’90s sitcom, “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, ” a legendary role originated by Will Smith.

“He’s been a guiding force and light throughout this whole experience,” Banks says of working with Smith. “We rarely talk about the character, but we’ve talked about the industry and my career. That’s been the most impactful conversation that I’ve had with him.”

Reflecting on his experience during his last day on set, Banks recalls: “There were a lot of tears and reminiscing. It’s like graduating high school. When it’s time to say goodbye, it sucks.”

In an industry where nostalgia sells, reboots often

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